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Caprese Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze

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A vibrant and mouthwatering Caprese Pasta Salad drizzled with a luscious balsamic glaze that captures the essence of summer.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces pasta
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, diced
  • 0.5 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Once it’s at a rolling boil, add your pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Prep the ingredients: While the pasta cooks, wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop or tear the fresh basil. If you’re using mozzarella balls, just drain them and cut them in half.
  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and honey (or brown sugar) until well combined. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.
  4. Combine it all together: Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and rinse it under cold water to cool. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Pour the balsamic dressing over the top.
  5. Season: Taste your beautiful salad and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to your liking.
  6. Serve it up: Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and develop further.

Notes

This salad is perfect for meal prep and can be made in advance for even better flavor the next day. Consider adding fresh basil before serving for the best appearance.

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Keywords: Caprese, Pasta, Salad, Balsamic, Vegetarian, Summer

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